The Adverse Effect

Are you stuck in the following cycle? You can see where you want to be in life, but you just can't figure out how to get there. If this is you, then you're in for a treat.

On this week's episode of The Adverse Effect, we are delighted to welcome transformational author and speaker, Rachel S. Heslin.

For 35 years, Rachel has immersed herself in the study of psychology and is on a mission to help people overcome their hurdles and achieve their goals.

With her ability to figuratively hold a mirror up to her clients, she is able to shift the angle just enough so that, when they look, they see parts of themselves they didn't know were already there.

This episode is filled with tips on managing time, the importance of routine, surviving the breakdown of a relationship, and much more.

Rachel is currently the author of two books: Navigating Life: 8 Different Strategies to Guide Your Way, and Rituals of Release: How to Make Room for Your New Life. Rituals of Release is the first book in her Handbooks for Healing series. Upcoming books in the series include Grieving the Lost Future: Reconciling What Is with What Should Have Been, and Permission to Go On: The Power of Self-Forgiveness.

Her work through her company - The Fullness of Your Power - helps people embrace all parts of themselves so they can live deeper, richer, and more fulfilling lives.

"I believe everybody has all of the resources that they need in order to live incredibly rich and deeply fulfilling lives. But they don't recognize them." — Rachel Heslin

"Part of my goal is helping people learn how to trust themselves." — Rachel Heslin

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• The power of explanation in childhood
• Routine and goal achievement
• Time management

• Releasing the past
• Creating rituals

Resources Mentioned:

• Navigating Life by Rachel S. Heslin
• Rituals of Release by Rachel S. Heslin

• Getting Things Done by David Allen

Connect with Rachel S. Heslin:

• The Fullness of your Power website
• The Fullness of your Power on Facebook
• The Fullness of your Power on Twitter

• The Fullness of your Power on Linkedin

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How do you know when to trust your gut?

Well, on today's The Adverse Effect we talk to Emily Britton-Arnold who listened to her gut feeling, a feeling that may have saved her from a life-threatening event.

Listen in as Emily shares insights into what it was like growing up with a drug-addicted mother. How she lived through her baby's fight with a rare form of cancer, and her harrowing escape from an abusive marriage.

Emily could have given up — she almost did. However, an idea thrown out by a friend planted a seed that changed everything.

At 39 (and a half) years old, Emily started a new business venture that has provided her with the freedom to live the life she always deserved.

Emily Britton-Arnold is the CEO of Authentic Blend Consulting, an online business management firm, and Mio Creativo, a coworking space. She also coaches women business owners at Punk Rock CEO.

Press play now to discover how she came through and set up her dream business on today's episode of The Adverse Effect. You may even be inspired to begin your own.

"If you look at me on paper from the time I was born 'til the time I was 39 and a half, nothing said I should be a successful entrepreneur but it was there." — Emily Britton-Arnold

"Wherever you find yourself today doesn't have to be where you find yourself tomorrow — it's all up to you." — Emily Britton-Arnold

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Living with a parent's addiction
• The struggles of married life and child sickness
• Trusting her gut

• Finding her talent and building on it

Resources Mentioned:

• Mio Creativo

Connect with Emily Britton-Arnold:

• Authentic Blend Consulting

• Email: [email protected]

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Trigger warning: Discussions of drugs, sexual abuse, and suicide.

What does courage mean to you? On today's The Adverse Effect, we talk to Nate Gladdin as we explore manhood and courage through our guest's extraordinary life.

Nate's teenage years could have taken a tragic turn, had it not been for the tenacious determination of his mother to set him on the right path.

You see, Nate had turned to drugs and gangs to cover up a secret he had been hiding.

Later in life, he joined the Air Force, but upon returning from deployment Nate was met with some devastating news. This was the catalyst that opened Pandora's box, a box that contained memories of childhood sexual abuse, an abusive father, and child abduction.

Nate had kept his demons buried for all these years; this time he had no option but to face them head-on.

This was followed by several failed attempted suicides. On his final attempt, he had a plan, however, someone came along and changed everything.

Listen to the end as this episode comes with a life-changing growth assignment — all you need is an audio recorder.

Moving to the present day, Nate has remodeled his entire life. He is striving, while still serving, to bring up the seriousness of men's mental health and the importance of doing more than just inheriting one's manhood.

"A lot of people assume that people commit suicide in the military because of the things they've seen" — Nate Gladdin

"You get to craft the man you want to be" — Nate Gladdin

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Military life

• Investigating the meaning of courage
• Devastating revelations
• Abuse of power
• Growth assignment

Resources Mentioned:

• Inheriting manhood - podcast by Nate Gladdin

Connect with Nate Gladdin:

• Inheriting Manhood
• Nate Gladdin on Instagram
• Email: [email protected]

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What do you do when you have a passion to help your community but don't know where to start?

On today's The Adverse Effect, we talk to Shiv'on Monique who, with partner Anneka Maquay, created the Show Me Shoes Foundation, helping young black women reach their full potential.

What started off as a small community prom dress and shoe drive has turned into a nationwide success serving over 3,000+ young girls and women in chapters that include Atlanta, GA, Brooklyn, NY, Chicago, IL, Jacksonville, FL, Los Angeles, CA, San Diego, CA and the founders' hometown of Kansas City, MO.

Listen as Shiv'on details how a major disappointing twist of fate prompted her to inspire so many young women's lives.

You'll hear about the highs, the lows, and the adversities they faced and the drive and tenacity they used to conquer them.

Want to learn more about Show Me Shoes and how you can donate to this incredible cause? Check out Donate to Show Me Shoes.

"When you don't get outside of your bubble, you think the world is one way." — Shiv'on Monique

"You have to really love and be really passionate about what you're doing to stick with it." — Shiv'on Monique

"We want to be that organization where people can say...Show Me Shoes helped me build my confidence..." — Shiv'on Monique

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Beginnings of the Proms Project
• Discussing some of the adversity and challenges faced

• Honoring women in the community with Moguls in Heels
• Vegan journey
• Long-term goals for Show Me Shoes

Resources Mentioned:

• Moguls In Heels

• Heal Thyself for Health and Longevity by Queen Afua
• Man Heal Thyself: Journey to Optimal Wellness by Queen Afua

Connect with Shiv'on Monique:

• Show Me Shoes Foundation
• Show Me Shoes Foundation on Instagram

• Show Me Shoes Foundation YouTube

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The global pandemic has touched us all; in these times of uncertainty, it is easy to feel out of control.

On today's The Adverse Effect, we talk to Dallas, Texas-based chiropractor Dr Alison Ezell and discuss how you can proactively take steps to maintain your health during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the importance of healthy eating and tips on supplements.

As of October 2020, there have been 44 million global cases of COVID-19 with, sadly, 1.1 million deaths. These high numbers can promote fear, so it's important to also remember that 32 million people have recovered from the disease too.

Dr. Ezell gives us insights into the concept of how fear and negative energy can attract disease on a cellular level and how crucial it is to be conscious of negative thought patterns.

In The Gift of Ruin (a memoir by Dr. Ezell) she shares her journey to womanhood. She eloquently discusses marriage and relationships, wealth building, mentorships, leadership, purpose, health, and self-development. Knowing the power of these tools, she wants to equip women with the necessary knowledge so that they may fully embody each of these attributes in their lives.

"...the way to get out of that poverty mentality is ... to read" — Dr Alison Ezell

"This is a man's world we live in as women… so we have to control our emotions because if we can't control our emotions, we can't control anything" — Dr Alison Ezell

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Proactively navigating COVID-19
• Foods to keep you healthy
• Supplements to aid your immune system

• The benefits and taboo of talking therapy
• The importance of reading

Resources Mentioned:

• The Gift of Ruin by Dr Alison Ezell
• The Biology of Belief by Bruce Lipton

• Garden of Life
• The Banker's Code ~ The Most Powerful Wealth-Building Strategies Finally Revealed by George Antone
• Unfair Advantage: The Power of Financial Education by Robert T. Kiyosaki

Connect with Dr Alison Ezell:

• Dr Alison Ezell's website

• Dr Alison Ezell on Facebook
• Dr Alison Ezell on Instagram

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As a youngster, John Walsh encountered a good deal of adversity. During high school, he became homeless; his immediate family had moved away and the family that had offered to take him in ended up stealing his savings.

So, how did a homeless high school senior end up becoming a Director for Disney and then CEO of a movement that positively impacts the lives of our youth?

On today's The Adverse Effect, we'll speak with John who emphasizes the important message that... you are never too old to change direction. Proving this by graduating from college and interning at Disney in his 30's, before climbing the ladder to Director within 9 years.

He was successful and had the degrees and accolades on his walls, but he questioned what those walls would look like if he replaced them with pictures of all the people he had impacted in life...they would be blank.

That was when StandoutX was born.

John Walsh is the passionate, energetic, and dedicated President and CEO of StandoutX, whose mission is to inspire and help the next generation of amazing people and world-class businesses to maximize their potential and rise from start to stand out.

"I learned my lessons from the past and I applied them to my future." —John Walsh

"How can you fulfill a higher purpose or higher calling if you stop at a certain point?" —John Walsh

"I was focusing on the accolades and the degrees and money I got and the titles I had but at the end of the day I wasn't really making a difference." —John Walsh

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Moving past your plateau in life
• How we impact others

• Always wanting more and never being satisfied
• Discussing the framework in order to 'standout'
• Our purpose in life

Resources Mentioned:

• The Standout Experience: How Students and Young Professionals Can Rise, Shine, and Impact When It Matters Most by John Walsh

Connect with John Walsh:

• StandoutX
• StandoutX on Facebook
• JohnWalsh - Standout on Twitter
• John Walsh on Facebook

• Email: j[email protected]

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Decades-old housing policies, which included redlining, have had a detrimental and lasting effect on American society.

As with housing, did you know that all communities do not receive the same benefits from transportation advancements and investments in the USA?

On today's The Adverse Effects, Henry L Greenidge talks to us about the often-forgotten role that transportation plays in regard to mobility and opportunities.

Henry covers the historical link in the design of the transportation and housing systems that promoted racial segregation and keeps black Americans away from opportunities.

Discover how transportation has played a pivotal role in the context of civil rights. Also, learn about the actions that can be taken to initiate change for the better.

Henry L. Greenidge is a dynamic attorney and government affairs professional with over ten years of experience in policy advising and legal advocacy. His areas of expertise span infrastructure issues such as broadband, energy, sustainability, and mobility—including autonomous transportation. Greenidge is currently the Director of Partnerships & Head of Public Affairs at REEF Technology and a Fellow-in-Residence at the NYU McSilver Institute.

"Transportation can be used to keep us down or give us opportunities." — Henry L Greenidge

"When you pivot be ready to feel like you don't belong, but it doesn't mean those feelings are true." — Henry L Greenidge

"...there's a point in time you need to recognize that in order to get to the next level you need to leave some things behind and unfortunately sometimes that means people..." — Henry L Greenidge

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• How to tackle the imposter syndrome
• Working in the Obama Administration

• Transportation and mobility
• How transportation can affect mobility
• Civil rights and transportation
• Implementing change

Resources Mentioned:

• The McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research at New York University

Connect with Nubia Young:

• Henry L. Greenidge
• Henry L. Greenidge, Esq on Linkedin

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Have you ever just wanted to pack up and travel the world?

Did you immediately think about all the reasons why you couldn't? Finances, family, work?

Well, in today's episode of The Adverse Effect we meet Nubia Younge who did just that and found a way to address all those reasons not to go.

As a single mother of two, turning forty and recently laid off from her job, it was time for drastic change. Nubia had been doing everything she was supposed to, except fulfilling her own dreams.

Tune in as Nubia shares how she prepared to conquer Asia and her struggle to find social media representations of herself — a Generation Z woman of color.

Discover fantastic tips on how to avoid negativity deterring you from fulfilling your own dreams and, most importantly, that it's never too late.

Nubia has lived in Thailand, Colombia, and, most recently, Mexico; she is on a mission to embolden and encourage professionals over thirty-five to stop waiting for permission to chase their dreams and to get out of their comfort zone and explore the world.

She is the creator and co-host of Chronicles Abroad, a travel podcast that inspires individuals to live their lives with passion and purpose. She is also the travel curator and director of Up In The Air Life, a luxury travel company. Last but not least, Nubia has newly launched an ex-pat coaching program called Novice 2 Nomad — helping Gen Z to transition abroad.[Text Wrapping Break]

"I'm always building bigger and build better and always expanding and it's not meant for everyone to come along on this journey." — Nubia Younge

"It's never too late and you're never too old." — Nubia Younge

"...the 3 things that specifically hold people back: family, fear and finances ." — Nubia Younge

Today on The Adverse Effect:

• Leaving people behind
• The travel bug
• Things that hold us back from traveling
• Embracing the now
• Dealing with naysayers

Resources Mentioned:

• Novice 2 Nomad
• Chronicles Abroad Podcast
• Up In the Air

Connect with Nubia Younge:

• Nubia Younge: Novice 2 Nomad
• Novice 2 Nomad on Facebook
• Nubia Younge on Instagram
• Nubia's Nibbles

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"We have a problem with us that we can't be honest with each other."

- G. Michael,Police Sergeant in South Side of Chicago

The Conversation: Creating Solutions in a Complicated World

If you watch the news, you hear from the protestors, from the press conferences, from the reporters, the commentators, and the "experts"

….but how often do we hear from the viewpoint of the police?

In Part 2 of this two-part special, Ken again talks with Sergeant Michael about the changing relationship between the police and the community. They go over police reform, gun control, accountability, and figuring out our next step in police reform.

Insights

• Personal Accountability vs Society
• Life as a police officer...Why it's not what you think
• Do police officers need tanks?
• Personal responsibility vs Society
• Do police need more support?
• Education & resources...Helping society fix crime before the police are called
• Defund the police or no?

Takeaways of the Conversation

Accountability is key to healing You need to understand what to fix before you heal it.

Politics affect every part of our police work Any solution for police reform must include an understanding of the politics behind police work.

Stopping crime is not an easy thing Police reform must address the concerns communities have about police in a way that keeps police and the communities they work in safe.

The Homework: Understanding the Other Side of the Police Debate

This year has made our society confront difficult questions about police. As the media and social media spotlight increases on the police, now can be an important time to understand what's going on in your own neighborhood.

Take a moment to find the website of your local police department. Does it provide the information you'd expect? How much citizen involvement is encouraged? What does the police department focus on? How do they hire and recruit?

Your goal here is to get an impression of the police in your community. As someone who lives in the community you probably already have a perspective, but you might not be aware of what the police department says about itself.

Compare what you see on the website with your own interactions with the police or others in your community..

Have a question about the police? Check out the resources for more information.

Websites

Police Locator

Behind the Badge: Examining 10 Types of Police Officers

Policing 101

Reporting Crime and Complaints (USA.gov)

Criminal Arrests and Interrogations FAQ

Your Rights When Dealing With the Police

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"People can lead you in any direction they want to..."

- G. Michael,Police Sergeant in South Side of Chicago

The Conversation: Where is the Justice?

In this time of increased media attention about the use of deadly (and sometimes fatal) force, many Black people are asking:

"What is going on?"

Many Black people have turned to expressing their outrage over this question through protests, marches, petitions, social media posts, songs, artwork, dance, and more.

But in the midst of answering this question, are we having the right conversation?

In this powerful episode of the Adverse Effect, Ken talks with a Black sergeant about policing in 2020 and the difficult conversation that our society is grappling with right now.

Insights

• Is "Chi-Raq" an accurate view of Chicago?
• The power of media to create negative stereotypes

• Unequal education = unequal access
• Dealing with PTSD
• What does it take to be a police officer?
• Obstacles in a more diverse police force
• Understanding police...from a police's view

• Police brutality and police reform
• Is the media unfair to the police?
• What is the right way towards reform?

Takeaways of the Conversation

Be careful what you feed your brain: The media you watch influences the thoughts you believe.

Quick conclusions lead to shallow answers: Effective solutions require more than quick conversations.

Reform cannot happen without accountability: You can't fully fix a problem until you define what went wrong.

The Homework: Switching Up Your Comfort Zone

This podcast went into highly emotionally charged territory. When the media portrays stories of brutality and excessive force, it can be hard for everyone.

For today's homework, let's take a step back, away from the news reports and the social media posts….and let's try something different.

Sergeant Michael talked about the importance of understanding the viewpoint of people who think differently than you.

Take a moment to think about what you believe and how you typically act. Are you someone who watches FOX or CNN? Are you someone who normally reads non-fiction, try fiction.

Give yourself just 5 minutes and try something different to expand your perspective. If you are someone who regularly watches Fox, try watching CNN or MSNBC for at least 5 minutes. If you're someone who regularly watches CNN, try watching Fox.

If you don't want to use the news for this experiment, try some other part of your life. Read a fiction book if you normally non-fiction (or vice versa).

It could even be as simple as drinking Pepsi if you're a dedicated Coke fan.

While the point of this 5-minute exercise is not to make light of the important issue, it is a small experiment in a very important principle in the conversation: Opening your perspective

As Sergeant Michael pointed out, our perspective can be really limited (even when we think it's not!) and that can lead us to close out anyone who thinks differently. This doesn't help us understand what's really going on.

Stepping out of your comfort zone, even if it's just for 5 minutes, is a way to practice growing your perspective so you can understand more of what's going on. This makes you more informed and more powerful, regardless of what you think.

Need some help? Check out the resources below.

Websites

International Day of Listening: Listening with Empathy

Listening to the people who think we are wrong

The Importance of Reading Books and Articles That Challenge Your Views

5 Benefits of Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone

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